FILE - Zamalek have extended veteran defender Omar Gaber's contract by further two years to remain at the club until 2027. Photo: Zamalek's official X account
The 33-year-old’s previous deal was set to expire in June, but the White Knights rewarded his consistent performances with a two-year extension.
The Egyptian international right-back rejoined Zamalek in summer of 2022 from Pyramids FC, signing a three-year deal.
Since his return, Gaber has reestablished himself as a vital asset, featuring for the club in 98 games across all competitions, scoring one goal and providing 14 assists.
This season, Gaber contributing five assists in 27 appearances across all competitions.
A product of Zamalek’s youth system, Gaber first represented the club from 2010 to 2016, scoring 13 goals and providing 15 assists in 158 matches, winning three Egypt Cup titles during his initial stint.
His European journey began with Swiss side FC Basel in 2016, where he secured a domestic double in 18 months.
A brief MLS spell with Los Angeles FC followed in 2018, but he returned to Egypt later that year, joining Pyramids FC, where he made 139 appearances, scoring three goals and providing 6 assists over four seasons.
Since rejoining Zamalek, he has lifted the 2023 CAF Confederation Cup and CAF Super Cup, cementing his legacy as a key figure for the White Knights.
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